Death Penalty Collection

Death warrant for convicted pirates, 18th century (manuscript)
7339184 Death warrant for convicted pirates, 18th century (manuscript) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 52.2x73.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Brutus condemning his sons to death (engraving)
8635794 Brutus condemning his sons to death (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lucius Junius Brutus condemning his sons, Titus and Tiberius)

Portrait of a french forger Emmanuel Jean de la coste condemned to pillory, 1760 (engraving)
ELD4923868 Portrait of a french forger Emmanuel Jean de la coste condemned to pillory, 1760 (engraving); (add.info.: In 1760)

Anne Dubourg accused before Henry II, 1559 (litho)
8661240 Anne Dubourg accused before Henry II, 1559 (litho) by Laurens, Jean Paul (1838-1921) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anne Dubourg accused before Henry II, 1559)

Daniel in the lion's den (engraving)
UIG5416229 Daniel in the lion's den (engraving); (add.info.: Old Testament.); PHAS/UIG.

Charles I leaving Westminster Hall after Sentence, 1649 (litho)
8661385 Charles I leaving Westminster Hall after Sentence, 1649 (litho) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles I leaving Westminster Hall after Sentence, 1649)

Le Proces de la bande Bonnot Bande a Bonnot - Cover of "The Eye of the Police", 1913 (engraving)
ICA4950487 Le Proces de la bande Bonnot Bande a Bonnot - Cover of "The Eye of the Police", 1913 (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © Caricadoc.

The Edicts of Charles V, c1861. Creator: Jan August Hendrik Leys
The Edicts of Charles V, c1861. This scene is set in the artist's native Antwerp, identifiable because of the famous church spire in the distance

Orestes and Pylades Disputing at the Altar, 1614. Creator: Pieter Lastman
Orestes and Pylades Disputing at the Altar, 1614. Other Title(s): Orestes and Pylades Disputing at the Altar (Euripides, Iphigenia in Tauris)

Portrait of a man, c1800. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a man, c1800

Le dernier jour d'un condamne, 1833. Creator: Célestin Nanteuil
Le dernier jour d'un condamne, 1833

Marie-Antoinette (1755-1793) at the temple, c1793. Creator: Unknown
Marie-Antoinette (1755-1793) at the temple, c1793

Louis XVI's farewell to his family, January 20, 1793, 1794. Creator: Jean-Jacques Hauer
Louis XVI's farewell to his family, January 20, 1793, 1794

Cimon and Pero, mid-17th century. Creator: Barthel Beham
Cimon and Pero, mid-17th century

Edward V and the Duke of York in the Tower, 1836 (engraving)
JAB4120691 Edward V and the Duke of York in the Tower, 1836 (engraving) by Delaroche, Hippolyte (Paul) (1797-1856) (after); (add.info.: Edward V (1470-1483) and Richard of York (or Plantagenet)

They cried out, saying, Crucify him, crucify him, c1840. Creator: George Presbury
They cried out, saying, Crucify him, crucify him, c1840. Biblical scene, from John 19: 6: When the chief priests therefore and officers saw him, they cried out, saying, Crucify him, crucify him

Daniel's Answer to the King, 1890 (oil on canvas)
3082374 Daniel's Answer to the King, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Riviere, Briton (1840-1920); 120.5x187.9 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

The martyrdom of Saint Stephen, 1635 (Etching)
7393370 The martyrdom of Saint Stephen, 1635 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 12, 4 x 10, 4 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; (add.info.: By Rembrandt); © Fonds Glenat

Christ carrying the cross, end of 15th century, (tempera on wood)
7130034 Christ carrying the cross, end of 15th century, (tempera on wood) by Zaganelli, Bernardino di Bosio (c.1460-c.1510) ; Museo Nazionale del Palazzo di Venezia, Rome

Christ's ascent to Calvary, First half of the 18th century (oil on canvas)
7352720 Christ's ascent to Calvary, First half of the 18th century (oil on canvas) by Ferrari, Lorenzo de (1680-1744); 280x300 cm; Oratorio di San Pietro, Imperia

Daniel in the lion's den from Daniel Bible (print)
3770090 Daniel in the lion's den from Daniel Bible (print) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640) (after); (add.info.: Daniel in the lions den-biblical illustration by Peter Paul Rubens old testament)

Deposition of Christ, 1560-61, (oil on wood)
7129051 Deposition of Christ, 1560-61, (oil on wood) by Bronzino, Agnolo di Cosimo (1503-72); Galleria dell'Accademia, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Deposition of Christ, 1560-61)

Ramon Cabrera going to death, 16th feb 1836 (engraving)
CUL4866281 Ramon Cabrera going to death, 16th feb 1836 (engraving) by Ayguals de Izco, Wenceslao (1801-1875); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: By AYGUALS DE IZCO)

Rioters (maillotins) refusing to pay a tax on food are thrown into the Seine (1382), 1896 (Illustration)
7304381 Rioters (maillotins) refusing to pay a tax on food are thrown into the Seine (1382), 1896 (Illustration) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Way of the Cross, Saint-Mandet Church, Ferriere-sur-Larcon 1931
7301849 Way of the Cross, Saint-Mandet Church, Ferriere-sur-Larcon 1931 by Richon, Paule (active c.1925-1950); (add.info.: Jesus is condemned to death)

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"Exploring the Grim Reality: Death Penalty in Art" Cimon and Pero, mid-17th century. Creator: Barthel Beham This artwork depicts a tragic tale of love and sacrifice, reminding us that even in ancient times, death penalties were not spared for those who defied societal norms. Daniel's Answer to the King, 1890 (oil on canvas) In this thought-provoking painting, we witness the consequences of challenging authority as Daniel faces an imminent death penalty for his unwavering faith. The martyrdom of Saint Stephen, 1635 (Etching) Saint Stephen's martyrdom serves as a poignant reminder that throughout history, individuals have faced brutal executions due to their beliefs or actions deemed unacceptable by society. Martyrdom of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, 1605-06 (oil on canvas) This powerful artwork captures the moment when Saint Catherine bravely accepts her fate with grace and dignity before facing her unjust death penalty. Crucifixion, 1500-05 circa (tempera on panel) The crucifixion scene symbolizes one of history's most infamous instances of capital punishment—a stark reminder that even Jesus Christ himself was not exempt from such a fate. Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist, Post 1640 (oil on canvas) Through this painting depicting Saint John's execution at Herod's command, we are confronted with the harsh reality that no one is safe from political agendas leading to fatal consequences. St Sebastian, 1480-90 (oil on panel) St Sebastian stands as an enduring symbol against injustice and persecution—his depiction reminds us how some paid the ultimate price for their beliefs during periods marked by religious intolerance.